Bristol Community College is honored to be awarded a NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant of $2,000 from the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Bristol will utilize the grant to support and expand the college's women’s volleyball program, which will be entering its third collegiate season of competition this fall.
“The NJCAA Foundation is excited to further support the growth of NJCAA member colleges and the sport programs they offer through the NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant,” said Andrew Givens, NJCAA Foundation Executive Director. “The ability to provide this funding is a testament to the importance and growth of two-year collegiate athletics. The NJCAA Foundation looks forward to this initiative’s impact as NJCAA member colleges continue to create opportunities for student-athletes across the country.”
"Bristol Community College is proud to be a recipient of this generous grant. Thank you to the NJCAA Foundation for enabling Bristol to enhance the college experience and engagement of our dedicated student-athletes," said Brian Fernandes, Bristol Community College Director of Athletics.
Bristol Community College’s Athletics program advances the mission of the college by fostering student development and leadership through intercollegiate competition, health and wellness.
The mission of the NJCAA Foundation is to enhance the NJCAA national organization, student-athletes, member colleges and local communities through financial support, scholarships, program initiatives and community service.